Ford Thunderbird

2002 to 2005 · Convertible

A 2002 Ford Thunderbird cost $39,698 new. Over the past 12 months, 107 have sold publicly at a median of $15,000. The Shifty Estimate for a well-kept example is $14,900. Across the most recent 250 sales on file, prices ran from $4,200 to $42,000, depending on mileage, color, and history.

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Shifty Estimate
$14,900
High confidence · $9K to $24K
Down 8.8% over 12 months
Oct 2025Rolling 6-month medianOct 2026
Median · 12 mo
$15,000
Sales · 12 mo
107
Original MSRP
$39,698Down 62% since new

The market

Every recorded 2002 Ford Thunderbird sale, by date and price
Oct 2026 · Bring a Trailer
$21,000 · 3,700 mi · Torch Red
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$10k$20k$30k$40kNov 20252026SHIFTY ESTIMATE $15k
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106 sales · 25 unsoldmedian $15kupdated Oct 2026

Community

Latest results

The newest 2002 Ford Thunderbird sales with photographs
2002 Ford Thunderbird, sold Oct 2026

Sold $19,250

2004 · Merlot Metallic · 7,000 mi
Oct 20, 2026 · Bring a Trailer
2002 Ford Thunderbird, sold Oct 2026

Sold $9,700

2004 · Platinum Silver Metallic · 33,000 mi
Oct 19, 2026 · Bring a Trailer
2002 Ford Thunderbird, sold Oct 2026

Sold $9,800

2003 · Torch Red · 78,000 mi
Oct 19, 2026 · Bring a Trailer
2002 Ford Thunderbird, sold Oct 2026

Sold $11,751

2002 · Thunderbird Blue (LY) · 29,000 mi
Oct 8, 2026 · Bring a Trailer
2002 Ford Thunderbird, sold Sep 2026

Sold $10,017

2003 · Whisper White · 33,000 mi
Sep 30, 2026 · Bring a Trailer
2002 Ford Thunderbird, sold Sep 2026

Sold $11,000

2002 · Evening Black (UA) · 59,000 mi
Sep 29, 2026 · Bring a Trailer

Specifications

Engine
V8, 3.9L
Power
252 hp
Torque
267 lb-ft
0 to 60
6.1 s
Top speed
145 mph
Transmission
Automatic
Drivetrain
RWD
Original MSRP
$39,698
Designer
J Mays

Common questions

How much does a Ford Thunderbird cost?

A 2002 Ford Thunderbird cost $39,698 new. Over the past 12 months, 107 have sold publicly at a median of $15,000. The Shifty Estimate for a well-kept example is $14,900. Across the most recent 250 sales on file, prices ran from $4,200 to $42,000, depending on mileage, color, and history.

What is a 2002 Ford Thunderbird worth today?

The Shifty Estimate is $14,900, down 8.8% over the past 12 months. Confidence is high: 107 public sales in a year gives a firm read.

Is a Ford Thunderbird a good investment?

It has depreciated 62% against its $39,698 list price. Values are down 8.8% over the past 12 months. The caution is spread, not direction: across the most recent 250 sales on file, prices ran from $4,200 to $42,000, and mileage explains most of that.

How many Ford Thunderbird have sold?

Shifty has at least 250 public sales of the Ford Thunderbird on file.

What is the most expensive Ford Thunderbird sold?

Of the most recent 250 sales on file, the highest is $42,000, on May 18, 2026, with 4,600 mi.

What has a Ford Thunderbird sold for at auction?

The 3 most recent public sales we have on file:

  • $21,000Oct 22, 2026Torch Red · 3,700 mi
  • $19,250Oct 20, 2026Merlot Metallic · 7,000 mi
  • $9,700Oct 19, 2026Platinum Silver Metallic · 33,000 mi

About the 2002 Ford Thunderbird

The eleventh-generation Thunderbird marked Ford's bold attempt to recapture the magic of the original 1955-57 two-seaters. Styled by J Mays with clear DNA from the first-gen cars, this retro-modern roadster featured a power-folding soft top, distinctive porthole hardtop, and Lincoln LS-derived platform. The 3.9-liter V8 delivered 280 horsepower through a five-speed automatic, providing respectable performance in a package that prioritized style over speed. Production totaled just 68,061 units across four model years, making it relatively scarce today. While initially criticized for prioritizing nostalgia over driving dynamics, the 2002-05 T-Bird has found its footing among collectors who appreciate its clean design execution and connection to Thunderbird heritage. Well-maintained examples, particularly those with the removable hardtop, are increasingly sought after as the last chapter in the Thunderbird story.

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